HFD Operational Guidelines and Policies

Question 1

According to Operational Policy 101.00 – Rules and Regulations; a member reports for duty more than ___ minutes past their scheduled hour will be considered to have “failed
to report”.

A) 15
B) 30
C) 45
D) 60

Answer 1

B) 30

Question 2

According to Operational Policy 109.00 – WSIB Reporting Obligations and Procedures; who is responsible to complete the injured/ill worker’s accident report?

A) The injured/ill worker’s District Chief
B) The injured/ill worker’s Platoon Chief
C) The injured/ill worker’s Return to Work Services manager
D) The injured/ill worker’s Immediate Supervisor

Answer 2

D) The injured/ill worker’s Immediate Supervisor

Question 3

According to Operational Policy 114.00 – On-Duty Members – Critically Injured or Admitted to Hospital; The injured member’s immediate Supervisor at the time of the
accident/injury is responsible for completing and submitting the “Report of Accidental Injury and Occupational Disease” within ___ hours of the incident to the City of Hamilton Human Resources

A) 8
B) 12
C) 24
D) 36

Answer 3

C) 24

Question 4

According to Operational Policy 123.00 – Offensive Materials and Actions; a firefighter has posted something offensive in the workplace, who is responsible for ensuring offensive materials are not displayed in the workplace?

A) District Senior Officer
B) Officers
C) Platoon Chief
D) Assistant Deputy Chief

Answer 4

B) Officers

Question 5

According to Operational Policy 123.00 – Offensive Materials and Actions; Officers shall be responsible for the following:

A) Personnel violating this policy are referred to the District Senior Officer
B) Offensive materials are removed, and offensive actions cease
C) Ensuring all crew members are familiar with this policy
D) All of the Above

Answer 5

D) All of the Above

Question 6

According to Operational Guideline 212.00 – Injured Worker Checklist – Career; which of the following is not an action for the immediate Supervisor to take?

A) The immediate Supervisor shall contact a Worker Representative from the J.O.H.S.C.
B) The immediate Supervisor shall contact the Duty Officer at the time of the occurrence and leave a detailed voice message
C) If seeking medical attention, the immediate Supervisor shall provide the injured worker with the Functional Abilities Form before they leave the workplace
D) The immediate Supervisor shall complete the on-line (HES Intranet site) “Report of Accidental Injury and Occupational Disease Form” within 24 hours of the occurrence

Answer 6

C) If seeking medical attention, the immediate Supervisor shall provide the injured

Question 7

According to Operational Policy 215.00 – Critical Incident Services and Hamilton Fire Department Peer Support; who may request the Peer Support Team to attend for
appropriate intervention?

A) The Company Officer only
B) The Senior Officer only
C) Any individual involved
D) The Deputy Chief only

Answer 7

C) Any individual involved

Question 8

According to Operational Policy 215.00 – Critical Incident Services and Hamilton Fire Department Peer Support; a ___________ is a structured group discussion typically conducted with homogenous groups, ideally within 2-5 days post incident.

A) Defusing
B) Debriefing
C) Crisis Intervention
D) Post Incident Analysis

Answer 8

B) Debriefing

Question 9

According to Operational Policy 215.00 – Critical Incident Services and Hamilton Fire Department Peer Support; a ___________ is typically a small group (<20; usually the crews involved) in a structured discussion regarding a critical incident, and is conducted shortly after the incident, ideally during the same shift, primarily as an educational process

A) Post Incident Analysis
B) Debriefing
C) Crisis Intervention
D) Defusing

Answer 9

D) Defusing

Question 10

According to Operational Policy 215.00 – Critical Incident Services and Hamilton Fire Department Peer Support; which of the following would be a critical incident and/or traumatic event causing an Occupational Stress Injury?

A) Serious injury or death of a civilian resulting from HFD operations
B) Death of a patient following extraordinary and prolonged expenditure of physical and emotional energy during rescue efforts
C) Events that seriously threaten a firefighter’s life
D) All of the Above

Answer 10

D) All of the Above

Question 11

According to Operational Guideline 301.00 – Incident Reporting; which of the following reporting guidelines is incorrect?:

A) Upon return to the station, all Career and Volunteer Operations Officers, who responded on an apparatus or who were in charge of a crew on the fire ground shall complete the appropriate sections of the incident report within two (2) hours of their apparatus returning to the station.
B) All officers are to complete their applicable incident report sections as directed in the HFD Fire Incident Reporting Manual
C) Unless otherwise directed, all pending reports are to be completed by the Career Officers before they go off-duty. Should a call come in close to shift change, it is expected that the officer will complete the report and submit the associated overtime
D) All applicable areas/fields of reports (based on the type of incident) shall be completed unless the reporting officer is of the opinion that no significant damage or injury resulted from the incident or actions of the fire department.

Answer 11

D) All applicable areas/fields of reports (based on the type of incident) shall be
completed unless the reporting officer is of the opinion that no significant
damage or injury resulted from the incident or actions of the fire department.

Question 12

According to Operational Guideline 301.00 - Incident Reporting; the Officer’s Supplemental and the (Master) Incident Report should be supplemented by additional details provided from the Officer’s __________ from the scene?

A) Observations
B) Notes
C) Assigned Tasks
D) Actions

Answer 12

B) Notes

Question 13

According to Operational Guideline 301.00 – Incident Reporting; the Officer’s Supplemental shall be completed in ________ detail to indicate the actions of the Officer and crew. This space is to be used in the same manner as the narrative area on the (Master) Incident Report.

A) Little
B) Minimal
C) Great
D) Limited

Answer 13

C) Great

Question 14

According to Operational Guideline 301.00 – Incident Reporting; Company Officers observing Fire Code violations or concerns (not immediately dangerous to life and health) at a property attended by HFD shall report such to the ______________________ using the Incident Action Request.

A) Platoon Chief
B) District Chief
C) The Senior Officer for that District
D) Fire Prevention Bureau

Answer 14

D) Fire Prevention Bureau

Question 15

According to Operational Guideline 301.00 – Incident Reporting; Company Officers observing serious Fire Code violations (immediately dangerous to life and health) in a
property attended by the HFD, that Officer shall notify the:
A) Platoon Chief
B) District Chief
C) The Senior Officer for that District
D) Fire Prevention Bureau

Answer 15

C) The Senior Officer for that District

Question 16

According to Operational Guideline 305.00 Submission of Lists/Damage Reports on
FDM (#437); if an emergency situation requiring IMMEDIATE repair arises after 1700 hours and before 0800 hours or on holidays or weekends, contact the _______________________.

A) Deputy Chief
B) District Senior Officer
C) Duty Officer
D) Platoon Chief

Answer 16

B) District Senior Officer

Question 17

According to Operational Policy 401.00 – Operating Apparatus –
Responses/Movements; Members losing their right to drive (revoked, lost, suspended, or allowed to expire) shall immediately report the relevant conditions in writing to:

A) The Training Officer responsible for apparatus
B) Their Captain
C) Their Senior Officer
D) The Deputy Chief of Operations

Answer 17

C) Their Senior Officer

Question 18

According to Operational Policy 401.00 – Operating Apparatus –
Responses/Movements; A copy of the employees written report of notification of loss of driving privileges as well as the report for the renewed license status must be forwarded
to the member’s:

A) Division Chief / Deputy Chief
B) Platoon Chief / Deputy Chief
C) Division Chief / Training Division
D) Platoon Chief / Division Chief

Answer 18

D) Platoon Chief / Division Chief

Question 19

According to Operational Guideline 408.00 – Breakdown of Apparatus; which of the following statements is incorrect?

A) At the discretion of the Platoon Chief, during irregular hours when the Mechanical
Division is not open, the On Call Mechanic should be contacted to ascertain whether an on-site visit by the Mechanic is feasible
B) Apparatus equipped with water tanks and immobile during weather below freezing temperature and unable to engage the pump shall leave all inlets and outlet valve controls in the open position in order to prevent freezing
C) Apparatus equipped with water tanks and immobile on the road during weather below freezing temperature shall leave apparatus at idle speed, engage fire pump and circulate water in order to prevent damage due to freezing.
D) The Mechanical Division must be contacted before using the services of any towing company for towing or for the use of using starter cables for discharged batteries. After hours, the On-Call Mechanic shall be contacted or the Chief
Mechanical Officer.

Answer 19

B) Apparatus equipped with water tanks and immobile during weather below freezing temperature and unable to engage the pump shall leave all inlets and outlet valve controls in the open position in order to prevent freezing

Question 20

According to Operational Guideline 415.00 – Damage or Theft Involving HFD Property; what are the Senior Officer’s responsibilities for theft or vandalism?

A) In the event of unaccounted equipment, the Senior Officer may direct to initiate searches of fire stations and apparatus using fire station personnel. A thorough search shall take place and be documented in an email to the appropriate Deputy Chief
B) The Senior Officer is responsible for conducting or assigning an investigation into the theft from or malicious damage to fire stations.
C) The Senior Officer is responsible for notification of Hamilton Police Service when equipment is lost or damaged under suspected criminal circumstances. A report
shall be filed regardless of dollar loss
D) All of the Above

Answer 20

D) All of the Above

Question 21

According to Operational Guideline 415.00 Damage or Theft Involving HFD Property; you are an Officer in a station where there is suspected theft or vandalism of HFD property; what action(s) are the responsibility of the Company Officer when there is suspected theft or vandalism of HFD property.

A) The Officer is responsible for conducting or assigning an investigation into the theft from or malicious damage to fire stations
B) The Officer shall complete all necessary documentation and notify their Senior Officer of the occurrence
C) The Officer shall be responsible for notification of Hamilton Police Service when equipment is lost or damaged under suspected criminal circumstances. A report shall be filed regardless of dollar loss.
D) In the event of unaccounted equipment, the Officer may direct to initiate searches of fire stations and apparatus using fire station personnel

Answer 21

B) The Officer shall complete all necessary documentation and notify their Senior
Officer of the occurrence

Question 22

According to Operational Guideline 421.00 – Hearing Protection; hearing protection shall be provided for and used by all members when exposed to noise in excess of ___ dBA caused by power tools or equipment, other than in situations where the use of such protective equipment would create an additional hazard to the user:

A) 110
B) 90
C) 85
D) 75

Answer 22

B) 90

Question 23

According to Operational Guideline 428.00 – Vehicle Radio Headsets; the radio headsets have arrange up to _____ metres.

A) 250
B) 350
C) 450
D) 500

Answer 23

C) 450

Question 24

According to Operational Guideline 501.00 – Incident Management System; the ___________ Level involves deployment of sufficient resources and personnel to meet the objectives identified in the Incident Action Plan.

A) Strategic
B) Tactical
C) Task
D) Offensive

Answer 24

B) Tactical

Question 25

According to Operational Guideline 501.00 – Incident Management System; the ___________ Level refers to activities normally accomplished by individual crews.

A) Strategic
B) Tactical
C) Task
D) Offensive

Answer 25

A) Strategic

Question 26

According to Operational Guideline 501.00 – Incident Management System; the ___________ Level involves the overall Command of the Incident

A) Strategic
B) Tactical
C) Task
D) Offensive

Answer 26

A) Strategic

Question 27

According to Operational Guideline 501.00 – Incident Management System; during active Defensive Operations, ___________ ____________ becomes critical since firefighters should not enter the fire area.

A) Fire Control
B) Perimeter Control
C) Property Conservation
D) Incident Command

Answer 27

B) Perimeter Control

Question 28

According to Operational Guideline 501.00 – Incident Management System; there are three simple guidelines that define acceptable levels of risk, which statement(s) is
correct?

A) No risk to the safety of personnel shall be acceptable when there is no possibility to save lives or property.
B) Activities that present a significant risk to the safety of personnel shall be limited to situations in which there is a potential to save endangered lives.
C) Activities routinely employed to protect property shall be recognized as inherent risks to the safety of members, and actions shall be taken to reduce or avoid those risks.
D) All of the above

Answer 28

D) All of the above

Question 29

According to Operational Guideline 501.00 – Incident management System; designating Command by using a unique and consistent identifier is proper practice.

A) Yes - this would normally be the street name where the incident is occurring (Main Street Command), if the incident has occurred at a large complex / building; the building’s name may be utilized (City Hall Command)
B) No - it is only necessary for the Incident Commander to identify as ‘Command’
C) No – it is unnecessary to assume Command
D) None of the above

Answer 29

A) Yes - this would normally be the street name where the incident is occurring (Main Street Command), if the incident has occurred at a large complex / building; the building’s name may be utilized (City Hall Command)

Question 30

According to Operational Guideline 501.00 – Incident Management System; Sector Officers will be responsible for and in control of all assigned functions within their sector.
Which of the following is not a responsibility of a Sector Officer?

A) Ensure that operations are conducted safely
B) Complete objectives assigned by Command
C) Initiate, maintain and control the communication process
D) Provide Command with essential and frequent progress reports

Answer 30

C) Initiate, maintain and control the communication process

Question 31

According to Operational Guideline 501.00 – Incident Management System; Sector Officers will be responsible for and in control of all assigned functions within their sector.
Which of the following is not a responsibility of a Sector Officer?

A) Coordinate actions with related activities, and adjacent sectors
B) Account for all assigned personnel
C) Re-direct activities as necessary
D) Assume and confirm Command and take an effective position

Answer 31

D) Assume and confirm Command and take an effective position

Question 32

According to Operational Guideline 501.00 – Incident Management System; Sector Officers will be responsible for and in control of all assigned functions within their sector.
Which of the following is not a responsibility of a Sector Officer?

A) Monitor work progress
B) Return companies to service and terminate command
C) Monitor welfare of assigned personnel
D) Request additional resources as required

Answer 32

B) Return companies to service and terminate command

Question 33

According to Operational Guideline 501.00 – Incident Management System; using the 10-12 radio code on arrival of the unit assuming Command is proper practice.

A) Yes
B) No

Answer 33

B) No

Question 34

According to Operational Guideline 502.00 Incident Roles and Responsibilities; which of the following is a responsibility of a Sector Officer?

A) Remain accountable at all times for the officers and personnel assigned to that sector
B) Continuously monitor the safety of emergency operations and act as an extension of the Incident Commander’s eyes
C) Responsible for the provision of resources to facilitate incident mitigation by Command
D) Act as an assistant to the Incident Commander, that person gathers and records information in addition to any other duties that the Incident Commander assigns

Answer 34

A) Remain accountable at all times for the officers and personnel assigned to that sector

Question 35

According to the Operational Guideline 503.00 – Safety Officer System; the initial company officer as the IC/ISO provides the beginning of the Incident Safety Officer System (ISOS) and ensures that _________ _________ is a priority upon arrival of the
first unit and is maintained though standard transfer of Command and ISO responsibilities until the incident is stabilized or Command is terminated.

A) Fire Control
B) Firefighter Safety
C) Property Conservation
D) Hazard Identification

Answer 35

B) Firefighter Safety

Question 36

According to Operational Guideline 602.00 – Firefighting Operations – General; considering the level of risk, the Incident Commander will choose the proper strategy to be used at the fire scene. The strategy can change with conditions or because certain benchmarks (i.e. Primary search complete) are obtained. The strategic mode will be based on the following except:

A) The rescue profile (savable occupants/survivability profile)
B) The fire load (what type of fuel is burning and what’s left to burn)
C) The ventilation profile and the ability to perform vertical ventilation
D) The building (type of construction, condition, age, etc.)

Answer 36

C) The ventilation profile and the ability to perform vertical ventilation

Question 37

According to Operational Guideline 504.00 – Accountability; what level of accountability occurs when the Incident Commander assumes the responsibility of firefighter accountability, and when personnel responding to the incident scene other than on
dispatched apparatus must report to the Incident Commander and ensure that their Accountability Tag is attached to the assigned Apparatus or Crew passport prior to proceeding with assignment:

A) Level 1 Crew Accountability
B) Level 2 Incident Scene Accountability
C) Level 3 Entry Control
D) Level 3 Accountability with Entry Control

Answer 37

A) Level 1 Crew Accountability

Question 38

According to Operational Guideline 504.00 – Accountability; what level of accountability occurs when an entry control site will be established as determined by the Incident Commander and where accountability boards will be maintained to continuously record apparatus/crew assignments in the support sectors and which crews have entered the hazard zone through what entry control point(s).

A) Level 1 Crew Accountability
B) Level 2 Incident Scene Accountability
C) Level 3 Entry Control
D) Level 3 Accountability with Entry Control

Answer 38

D) Level 3 Accountability with Entry Control

Question 39

According to Operational Guideline 504.00 – Accountability; which of the following statements regarding Personnel Accountability Reports (PARs) is correct?

A) Dispatch will notify the Incident Commander when personnel have been OnScene for fifteen (15) minutes; P.A.R. will be initiated any time there is a change in fire fighting tactics (i.e. interior attack to an exterior attack) or the need arises; In the event of missing personnel, it will be reported that the Company Officer
does not have a P.A.R. and the missing person(s) will be identified
B) P.A.R. will be initiated any time there is a change in fire fighting tactics (i.e. interior attack to an exterior attack) or the need arises (i.e. missing personnel, building collapse, evacuation tones); Any individual may initiate P.A.R. through Command whenever they have cause for concern; By identifying the individual
who is reported missing, it will ensure that if that person is working with another crew or out of sight of the officer, the individual can answer up or will be
accounted for by the other crew member(s)
C) Time notification procedure will then be repeated at twenty (20) minute intervals at the discretion of the Incident Commander; After a missing person has been
identified or rescued, the P.A.R. can cease; By identifying the individual who is reported missing, it will ensure that if that person is working with another crew or out of sight of the officer, the individual can answer up or will be accounted for by
the other crew member(s)
D) When P.A.R. is initiated all personnel will continue with their assignments and will maintain radio silence until a P.A.R. is “declared”; Command will request a Personnel Accountability Report (P.A.R.) starting with the area of highest hazard;
Anytime a RAPID INTERVENTION TEAM (R.I.T.) is deployed, upon completion of their assigned task a P.A.R. must be activated (P.A.R. shall continue while a R.I.T. is searching for missing personnel or conducting a firefighter rescue)

Answer 39

B) P.A.R. will be initiated any time there is a change in fire fighting tactics (i.e. interior attack to an exterior attack) or the need arises (i.e. missing personnel, building collapse, evacuation tones); Any individual may initiate P.A.R. through Command whenever they have cause for concern; By identifying the individual who is reported missing, it will ensure that if that person is working with another crew or out of sight of the officer, the individual can answer up or will be accounted for by the other crew member(s)

Question 40

According to Operational Guideline 505.00 – Staging; which of the following statements is correct?

A) Level 1 Staging is established at a location away from the immediate area of the incident but having good access to it; Level 1 is used when large numbers of companies and apparatus are required; Arriving companies without
predetermined assignments stage in a position that gives them the most flexibility — facing in the direction of travel, out of the block where the incident is taking place
B) Incoming companies without predetermined assignments take up a staged position until they receive orders from Command. They can then be quickly deployed to areas where they may be needed; Staging unneeded apparatus and personnel until they are assigned a task or return to station if not required is
critical in reducing the potential of freelancing on the fire ground
C) Staged personnel dismount their apparatus, turn off their warning lights unless needed for safety, proceed to the incident and monitor their radios on the appropriate channel/tac
D) Level 2 Staging is established when arriving companies without predetermined assignments stage in a position that gives them the most flexibility — facing in the direction of travel, out of the block where the incident is taking place; is used
primarily for basic and routine incidents in which Command has not designated
an official staging area

Answer 40

B) Incoming companies without predetermined assignments take up a staged position until they receive orders from Command. They can then be quickly deployed to areas where they may be needed; Staging unneeded apparatus and personnel until they are assigned a task or return to station if not required is critical in reducing the potential of freelancing on the fire ground

Question 41

According to Operational Guideline 505.00 – Staging; effective utilization of Staging
procedures will:
A) Prevent excessive apparatus congestion at the scene; Provides a resource pool
from which Command may assign units and resources at his/her leisure
B) Allow time for Command to evaluate conditions prior to assigning companies;
Place apparatus in an uncommitted location close to the immediate scene to
facilitate more effective assignment by Command
C) Increases radio traffic during the critical initial stages of the incident
D) Both A & B are correct

Answer 41

D) Both A & B are correct

Question 42

According to Operational Guideline 505.00 – Staging; you are assigned as the Officer
for Level 2 staging. The radio designation you should use is:
A) Staging Sector with truck designation
B) Level 2 Staging Sector
C) Staging Sector
D) Level 2 Staging Officer

Answer 42

B) Level 2 Staging Sector

Question 43

According to Operational Guideline 505.00 – Staging; you arrive on scene where
Command has set-up a Level 2 Staging Area, you have been directed to Stage, Level 2,
you should:
A) Report directly to the scene, advise Dispatch and Command of your arrival on
scene, and then wait for an assignment
B) Report to the Level 2 Staging area, advise Dispatch and Command of your
arrival on scene, and then wait for an assignment
C) Report directly to the scene, report their arrival in person to the Accountability
Officer, and then wait for an assignment
D) Report to the Level 2 Staging area, report their arrival in person to the Level 2
Staging Sector Officer, and then wait for an assignment

Answer 43

D) Report to the Level 2 Staging area, report their arrival in person to the Level 2
Staging Sector Officer, and then wait for an assignment

Question 44

According to Operational Guideline 506.00, Rapid Intervention Teams (RIT); you have
been assigned to RIT at a high rise incident. Where will you stage?
A) Two floors below the incident
B) At Base
C) One floor below the incident
D) In the ‘clean’ / evacuation stairwell

Answer 44

C) One floor below the incident

Question 45

According to Operational Guideline 507.00, Rapid Intervention Teams (RIT) –
Operations, Tasks and Responsibilities; the RIT Team shall announce benchmarks as
they are achieved and call for assistance should they be unable to achieve the task.
Which of the following is NOT one of those benchmarks:
A) Low on air
B) Deployed
C) Firefighter Located
D) Firefighter Outside

Answer 45

A) Low on air

Question 46

According to Operational Guideline 507.00, Rapid Intervention Teams (RIT) –
Operations, Tasks and Responsibilities; which of the following is correct for operations
the entry team shall conduct?
A) Execute the search plan, Benchmark – firefighter low on air, Assess the
firefighter and the environment
B) Attach search line at entry, Provide air management trans-fill air / buddy
breathing, Request additional equipment / personnel for extrication and relay
rescue operations (as required)
C) Execute the search plan, Provide report to Incident Command on the status of
the firefighter (nature of injury, trapped, etc.) and the conditions in the immediate
area of the firefighter (fire, heat, hazards), Prepare to extricate the firefighter
D) Both A and C are correct

Answer 46

B) Attach search line at entry, Provide air management trans-fill air / buddy
breathing, Request additional equipment / personnel for extrication and relay
rescue operations (as required)

Question 47

According to Operational Guideline 507.00, Rapid Intervention Teams (RIT) –
Operations, Tasks and Responsibilities; RIT personnel should perform the following
tasks, EXCEPT:
A) Assess the emergency scene perimeter 360 degrees of building noting apparatus
placement, points of entry, alternate exit doors and windows
B) Provide additional means of egress (laddering building) for personnel conducting
operations who are operating above the ground floor
C) Be involved with on scene fire attack responsibilities wherever possible
D) Illuminate entrances and exits using lights

Answer 47

C) Be involved with on scene fire attack responsibilities wherever possible

Question 48

According to Operational Guideline 508.00 – Rapid Intervention Teams (RIT) –
Equipment Requirements, Communications; you are the Officer for the Rapid
Intervention Team. In order to complete your task and determine what tools / equipment
will be required you and your crew must familiarize yourself with the following except:
A) Continuously monitor the safety of emergency operations and act as an
extension of the Incident Commander’s eyes
B) Strategies and tactical objectives employed at the incident, Hazards associated
with the incident
C) Access to and egress from the building or incident, Construction of the building
D) Approximate location and task assignment of personnel, Building layout / floor
plan

Answer 48

A) Continuously monitor the safety of emergency operations and act as an
extension of the Incident Commander’s eyes

Question 49

According to Operational Guideline 508.00 – Rapid Intervention Teams (RIT) –
Equipment Requirements, Communications; as the Officer of the RIT, you have three
benchmarks that need to be announced over the radio to the RIT Sector person, they
are:
A) RIT Deployed, Firefighter Located, Firefighter Secured
B) RIT Activated, Firefighter Secured, Firefighter Outside
C) RIT Deployed, Firefighter Identified, Firefighter Outside
D) RIT Deployed, Firefighter Located, Firefighter Outside

Answer 49

D) RIT Deployed, Firefighter Located, Firefighter Outside

Question 50

According to Operational Guideline 508.00 – Rapid Intervention Teams (RIT) –
Equipment Requirements, Communications; whenever a MAYDAY or URGENT request
is received, all communications on that frequency are to ______________.
A) Continue
B) Pause
C) Proceed
D) Cease

Answer 50

D) Cease

Question 51

According to Operational Guideline 508.00 – Rapid Intervention Teams (RIT) –
Equipment Requirements, Communications; which of the following would not be an
example when to use an Urgent Radio Transmission?
A) Fire conditions change rapidly requiring the IC to switch the fire attack from
offensive to defensive
B) A Missing firefighter
C) A sudden loss of water supply
D) If structural collapse is imminent

Answer 51

B) A Missing firefighter

Question 52

According to Operational Guideline 602.00 – Firefighting Operations – General; which of
the following statements regarding the Incident Commander is incorrect?
A) The initial Incident Commander will include the fire ground strategy in the onscene report
B) The Incident Commander is responsible for determining the appropriate fire
ground strategy
C) The Incident Commander shall ensure all required fire fighting activities are
safely and efficiently performed by personnel
D) All of the above

Answer 52

D) All of the above

Question 53

According to Operational Guideline 602.00 – Firefighting Operations – General; for
defensive fires, the Incident Commander will have to:
A) Ensure that the primary search (where possible) has been completed, that all
saveable occupants are out of the hazard zone
B) Identify cut-off points
C) Protect any exposed occupancies from any fire extension
D) All of the above

Answer 53

D) All of the above

Question 54

According to Operational Guideline 604.00 – Search & Rescue – Fire Ground; the stage
of the fire becomes a critical factor that affects the rescue approach developed by
Command. Which statement is correct regarding cases of fully involved buildings or
sections of buildings, where immediate entry and primary search activities become
impossible, and survival of occupants is improbable?
A) Fire control efforts must be extended simultaneously with rescue operations in
order to gain entry and control interior access to complete primary search
B) Command must initially report fully involved conditions and that he will not be
ordering a primary search
C) Command must structure a rapid interior search and report “Primary search
complete - ALL CLEAR”. (The interior search for victims will also verify no
fire/fire.)
D) Both A) and C) are correct

Answer 54

B) Command must initially report fully involved conditions and that he will not be
ordering a primary search

Question 55

According to Operational Guideline 604.00 – Search & Rescue – Fire Ground;
Command must consider factors in developing a basic rescue size-up, the factors are:
A) Affect the fire has on the victims
B) Capability of the crews to enter the building, remove/protect victims and control
fire
C) Number, location and condition of victims
D) All of the above

Answer 55

D) All of the above

Question 56

According to Operational Guideline 604.00 – Search & Rescue – Fire Ground;
Command must consider factors in developing a basic rescue size-up. Which of the
following is not one of the factors?
A) Capability of the crews to enter the building, remove/protect victims and control
fire
B) The monetary value of the occupancy
C) Affect the fire has on the victims
D) Number, location and condition of victims

Answer 56

B) The monetary value of the occupancy

Question 57

According to Operational Guideline 604.00 – Search & Rescue – Fire Ground; which of
the following Search Safety Procedures is correct?
A) Be cognizant of any secondary means of egress system established for
personnel involved in a search
B) Do not enter a building in which fire has progressed to the point where viable
victims are not likely to be found
C) Have a charged hose line available when working on the fire floor (or the floor
immediately above or below the fire)
D) All of the above

Answer 57

D) All of the above

Question 58

According to Operational Guideline 604.00 – Search & Rescue – Fire Ground; which of
the following Search Safety Procedures is incorrect?
A) Inform the Incident Commander immediately of any room or rooms that could not
be searched (give the reason as well)
B) Structuring treatment of victims after removal is unnecessary. Multiple victims
should be removed to any safe location for triage and treatment
C) Coordinate with crews conducting ventilation/Command before opening windows
to relieve smoke and heat during a search
D) Work according to the incident action plan – Do Not Freelance

Answer 58

B) Structuring treatment of victims after removal is unnecessary. Multiple victims
should be removed to any safe location for triage and treatment

Question 59

According to Operational Guideline 606.00 – On Scene Emergency Evacuation; what is
the correct sequence for activating the Air Horn Evacuation Signal?
A) Three (3) second blast, pause, three (3) second blast, pause, three (3) second
blast, five (5) second pause. Repeat one more time.
B) Three (3) second blast, pause, three (3) second blast, pause, three (3) second
blast, five (5) second pause. Repeat two more times.
C) Three (3) second blast, pause, three (3) second blast, pause, three (3) second
blast, five (3) second pause. Repeat two more times.
D) Three (3) second blast, pause, three (3) second blast, pause, three (3) second
blast, five (3) second pause. Repeat one more time.

Answer 59

B) Three (3) second blast, pause, three (3) second blast, pause, three (3) second
blast, five (5) second pause. Repeat two more times.

Question 60

According to Operational Guideline 606.00 – On Scene Emergency Evacuation; which
of the following statements is incorrect?
A) The activation of the “Emergency Evacuation Signal(s)” requires the immediate
and complete withdrawn all personnel from an emergency incident scene
B) The tone shall be put over the air twice; each time shall be 10 second duration
C) Incident Commanders are responsible for all personnel involved at an incident
and to account for all personnel as soon as possible after the activation of an
Evacuation Order
D) All personnel will immediately cease all operations and exit the involved
structure/area. They shall report to their respective apparatus

Answer 60

B) The tone shall be put over the air twice; each time shall be 10 second duration

Question 61

According to Operational Guideline 606.00 – On Scene Emergency Evacuation; which
of the following statements is incorrect?
A) Re-entry into the building or danger area shall only be made with the
authorization of the Incident Commander
B) In the event of missing personnel, it will be reported by the Company Officer that
they do not have a PAR. The missing person(s) will be identified to Command by
the Company Officer
C) Area in need of evacuation will be the interior
D) Crews will stand by at their individual apparatus to await further orders

Answer 61

C) Area in need of evacuation will be the interior

Question 62

T/F: According to Operational Guideline 608.01 – Cellulose Insulation; overhaul shall be
continued until there is no evidence of charring or smoke staining on the material being
removed or the surrounding building material
A) True
B) False

Answer 62

A) True

Question 63

According to Operational Guideline 608.00 – Overhaul Operations; which statement is
correct?
A) Customer service is of the utmost importance to Hamilton Fire Department and
therefore accommodation of the public is a priority. The state of a building and
the way it is left by HFD personnel is often the measure of the performance of
personnel despite an exemplary firefighting initiative
B) Overhaul operations should be extensive but never reckless in the treatment of
property
C) Overhaul operations should be complimented by extensive salvage efforts to
protect property and contents
D) All of the above

Answer 63

D) All of the above

Question 64

According to Operational Guideline 608.01 – Cellulose Insulation; overhaul; in buildings
where some of the fibre insulating material has been left intact, an active fire watch shall
be maintained for a minimum of ____ _____, followed by evaluation by the Platoon
Chief or a District Chief
A) 0.5 hours
B) 1 hour
C) 2 hours
D) 2.5 hours

Answer 64

C) 2 hours

Question 65

According to Operational Guideline 608.01 – Cellulose Insulation; which of the following
is not an identifiable characteristic of cellulose insulation?
A) Usually resting on top of other attic insulations
B) Black/grey/charcoal coloured
C) Fibre texture (recycled, shredded paper, etc.)
D) Light weight

Answer 65

B) Black/grey/charcoal coloured

Question 66

T/F: According to Operational Guideline 608.01 – Cellulose Insulation; to avoid
unnecessary property damage, firefighters shall make every reasonable effort to protect
furnishings with salvage covers or disposable plastic sheeting prior to pulling down
ceilings in occupied structures.
A) True
B) False

Answer 66

A) True

Question 67

T/F: According to Operational Guideline 608.01 – Cellulose Insulation; relying entirely
on measurements of thermal imaging cameras, heat guns, and other mechanical
devices to determine extinguishment is a best practice for cellulose insulation.
A) True
B) False

Answer 67

B) False

Question 68

According to Operational Guideline 610.00 Fire Watch; circumstances that may cause
an Incident Commander to establish and maintain a fire watch can include:
A) An arson investigation by Hamilton Police
B) A continuing fire risk, risk due to crowd size, and/or undue risk of public hazard
C) Through coordination of the Office of the Fire Marshal
D) None of the above

Answer 68

B) A continuing fire risk, risk due to crowd size, and/or undue risk of public hazard

Question 69

According to Operational Guideline 610.00 Fire Watch; who maintains command for the
fire watch until such time as he/she surrenders that responsibility. This still applies after
that Officer has cleared the incident.
A) The First-in Officer who was acting as the Incident Commander
B) The Safety Officer
C) The most Senior Officer acting as the Incident Commander
D) The Duty Officer

Answer 69

C) The most Senior Officer acting as the Incident Commander

Question 70

According to Operational Guideline 610.00 Fire Watch; factors for consideration by
Chief Officers when selecting apparatus for fire watch includes:
A) Apparatus/equipment requirements, Duration of assignment, Type of occupancy
B) Apparatus/equipment requirements, Geographic location, Maintaining the
availability and readiness of specialty teams
C) Shift call-volume of selected apparatus, Potential Exposures, Maintaining the
availability and readiness of specialty teams
D) All of the above

Answer 70

B) Apparatus/equipment requirements, Geographic location, Maintaining the

Question 71

According to Operational Guideline 610.00 Fire Watch; factors for consideration by
Chief Officers when selecting apparatus for fire watch includes:
A) Shift call-volume of selected apparatus, Potential Exposures, Maintaining the
availability and readiness of specialty teams
B) Apparatus/equipment requirements, Duration of assignment, Type of occupancy
C) Duration of assignment, Shift call-volume of selected apparatus, Geographic
location
D) All of the above

Answer 71

C) Duration of assignment, Shift call-volume of selected apparatus, Geographic
location

Question 72

According to Operational Guideline 610.00 Fire Watch; in buildings under demolition
when will HFD provide a fire watch?
A) HFD will provide a fire watch for all buildings under demolition
B) During periods where demolition operations will impact public transportation and
road closures
C) HFD does not perform a fire watch, the owner is required to provide a fire watch
in accordance with the fire code
D) During periods when demolition operations will create a fire hazard to
neighbouring properties or partially occupied spaces, a fire watch shall be
provided

Answer 72

D) During periods when demolition operations will create a fire hazard to
neighbouring properties or partially occupied spaces, a fire watch shall be
provided

Question 73

According to Operational Guideline 610.00 - Fire Watch; the “termination of a HFD fire
watch shall be at the discretion of:
A) The Company Officer from the crew left to conduct the fire watch
B) The Safety Officer, from the respective incident following an inspection
C) The Senior Incident Commander from the respective incident
D) The Platoon Chief

Answer 73

C) The Senior Incident Commander from the respective incident

Question 74

According to Operational Guideline 611.00 – Shift Change During an Incident; at
approximately _____________ before shift change, the Incident Commander shall
forecast if personnel need change by the incoming platoon from the incident scene.
A) 30 minutes (0.5 hours)
B) 45 minutes (0.75 hours)
C) 60 minutes (1 hour)
D) 90 minutes (1.5 hours)

Answer 74

C) 60 minutes (1 hour)

Question 75

According to Operational Guideline 612.00 Fire Cause Determination and Arson;
‘Firefighters are responsible to do the following’, except:
A) Maintaining scene security and safety
B) Maintaining accurate and complete records - notes and reports
C) Fire cause determination
D) Interviewing witnesses (subsequent interviews may be required by other
authorities)

Answer 75

C) Fire cause determination

Question 76

According to Operational Guideline 612.00 Fire Cause Determination and Arson;
‘Firefighters are responsible to do the following’, except:
A) Conscientiously establishing the cause of every fire
B) Notifying the Provincial Emergency Operations Centre (PEOC) Duty Officer
C) Recognizing and preserving evidence which may relate to fire cause
D) Maintaining the integrity of the fire scene

Answer 76

B) Notifying the Provincial Emergency Operations Centre (PEOC) Duty Officer

Question 77

According to Operational Guideline 612.00 Fire Cause Determination and Arson; which
of the following about ‘Collecting Evidence’ is correct:
A) Document then move evidence to safe location. The person(s) who locate the
evidence should note the circumstances surrounding the discovery and include
this information in a witness statement, evidence that must be removed shall be
turned over to the Hamilton Police Service
B) Leave evidence where it is, untouched and undisturbed. The person(s) who
locate the evidence should note the circumstances surrounding the discovery
and include this information in a witness statement, evidence that must be
removed shall be turned over to the Hamilton Police Service
C) Leave evidence where it is, untouched and undisturbed. The person(s) who
locate the evidence should note the circumstances surrounding the discovery
and include this information in a witness statement, evidence that must be
removed shall be turned over to the Incident Commander
D) Document then move evidence to safe location. The person(s) who locate the
evidence should note the circumstances surrounding the discovery and include
this information in a witness statement, evidence that must be removed shall be
turned over to the Incident Commander

Answer 77

B) Leave evidence where it is, untouched and undisturbed. The person(s) who
locate the evidence should note the circumstances surrounding the discovery
and include this information in a witness statement, evidence that must be
removed shall be turned over to the Hamilton Police Service

Question 78

According to Operational Guideline 612.00 Fire Cause Determination and Arson;
Firefighters may be in the best position to determine the area of origin of the fire and
establish fire cause because they:
A) May find evidence in its original state, untouched and undisturbed
B) Are normally among the first to arrive on the scene seeing the location and
progression of fire in its early stages
C) Can establish whether doors or windows were locked or open
D) All of the above

Answer 78

D) All of the above

Question 79

According to Operational Guideline 612.00 Fire Cause Determination and Arson;
Firefighters may be in the best position to determine the area of origin of the fire and
establish fire cause because they:
A) Are responsible for fire cause determination at structure fires
B) May talk to witnesses on the scene while facts are still clear in the witnesses’
minds
C) Are trained in fire cause determination
D) Complete a walking inspection of all areas of the premises at a minimum of thirty
(30) minute intervals

Answer 79

B) May talk to witnesses on the scene while facts are still clear in the witnesses’
minds

Question 80

According to Operational Guideline 612.00 Fire Cause Determination and Arson; during
arrival at the fire scene Officers should note the following:
A) What window or door the fire was observed through
B) The location of the fire safety plan
C) Height and construction of the building or buildings involved
D) Both A and C are correct

Answer 80

D) Both A and C are correct

Question 81

According to Operational Guideline 612.00 Fire Cause Determination and Arson; during
arrival at the fire scene Officers should note the following:
A) Whether doors and windows are secure
B) What means of entry and direction of fire travel there are
C) Ventilation profile of the building
D) Both A and B are correct

Answer 81

D) Both A and B are correct

Question 82

According to Operational Guideline 612.00 Fire Cause Determination and Arson; which
of the following statements is correct regarding fire cause and determination?
A) Overhaul should be limited to that which is absolutely necessary
B) Ask witnesses ‘was anyone present when the fire started?’
C) Wash-downs are unlimited in size and scope before fire cause determination
D) Both A and B are Correct

Answer 82

D) Both A and B are Correct

Question 83

According to Operational Guideline 612.00 Fire Cause Determination and Arson; you
are interviewing the discoverer of the fire - you should ask simple, clear questions to
gather information from their observations. Which of the following questions would you
not ask?
A) Who turned in the fire alarm?
B) Was anyone present when the fire started?
C) When was the last time the fire alarm system was tested?
D) What was happening when the fire started?

Answer 83

C) When was the last time the fire alarm system was tested?

Question 84

According to Operational Guideline 612.00 Fire Cause Determination and Arson; to
establish the cause of a fire, find the point in the building where the fire started (i.e. the
area of origin). Locate the __________ point of burning with the greatest amount of
___________.
A) Lower point of burning with the greatest amount of fuel
B) Higher point of burning with the greatest amount of charring
C) Higher point of burning with the greatest amount of fuel
D) Lower point of burning with the greatest amount of charring

Answer 84

D) Lower point of burning with the greatest amount of charring

Question 85

According to Operational Guideline 612.00 Fire Cause Determination and Arson; which
of the following statements is incorrect regarding criminal or suspicious fires?
A) As soon as a fire is deemed suspicious, the District Senior Officer shall be
contacted if not already on the scene.
B) It is the responsibility of the HFD to perform arson investigation(s)
C) When arson is suspected the Office of the Fire Marshal shall be notified
D) Should a questionable situation concerning suspected arson occur on an alarm,
the Officer in charge shall request a Senior Officer for guidance

Answer 85

B) It is the responsibility of the HFD to perform arson investigation(s)

Question 86

According to Operational Guideline 612.00 Fire Cause Determination and Arson; you
are the Senior Officer on scene of a fire you deemed criminal or suspicious, what steps
should you follow?
A) Not allow anyone into the scene, Continue scene examination, Request that
Hamilton Police respond and C.I.D. personnel, Maintain control of the premises in
compliance with the Fire Protection and Prevention Act and Ensure that the police
and/or the fire department protect the scene in cases where the OFM is
responding
B) Not allow anyone into the scene, Stop any further scene examination, Request
that Hamilton Police respond and C.I.D. personnel, Maintain control of the
premises in compliance with the Fire Protection and Prevention Act and Ensure
that the Fire Prevention Bureau is notified
C) Not allow anyone into the scene, Continue scene examination, Request that
Hamilton Police respond and C.I.D. personnel, Maintain control of the premises in
compliance with the Fire Protection and Prevention Act and Ensure that the Fire
Prevention Bureau is notified
D) Not allow anyone into the scene, Stop any further scene examination, Request
that Hamilton Police respond and C.I.D. personnel, Maintain control of the
premises in compliance with the Fire Protection and Prevention Act and Ensure
that the police and/or the fire department protect the scene in cases where the
OFM is responding

Answer 86

D) Not allow anyone into the scene, Stop any further scene examination, Request
that Hamilton Police respond and C.I.D. personnel, Maintain control of the
premises in compliance with the Fire Protection and Prevention Act and Ensure
that the police and/or the fire department protect the scene in cases where the
OFM is responding

Question 87

According to Operational Guideline 612.00 Fire Cause Determination and Arson; the
Incident Commander shall ensure that personnel at the fire submit the Ontario Fire
Marshal’s Witness Statement Forms. The _________ __________will determine which
personnel will be required to submit a Witness Statement.
A) Hamilton Police
B) Incident Commander
C) Fire Marshal
D) Deputy Chief

Answer 87

B) Incident Commander

Question 88

According to Response Guideline 612.00-SRG – Response to John C. Munro
(Hamilton) International Airport; the staging area for Hamilton Fire Department
apparatus responding to a call on airport property is the:
A) Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum
B) Airport Fire Hall
A) Main Entrance
B) Cargo Jet Building

Answer 88

B) Airport Fire Hall

Question 89

According to Response Guideline 612.00-SRG – Response to John C. Munro
(Hamilton) International Airport; you are the Officer responding to ‘alarm conditions’ in
the Cargo Jet Building. Airport Fire is on scene and cancels you from the call. What are
your actions?
A) Cancel from the call and return to quarters
B) Continue to the call

Answer 89

B) Continue to the call

Question 90

According to Response Guideline 612.00-SRG – Response to John C. Munro
(Hamilton) International Airport; the “AIRPORT FIRE” talk group can be found on all
Hamilton Fire Department mobile and portable radios in the channel __ position.
A) Channel 7
B) Channel 9
C) Channel 10
D) Channel 11

Answer 90

C) Channel 10

Question 91

According to Response Guideline 612.00-SRG – Response to John C. Munro
(Hamilton) International Airport; which of the following statements is correct when
dispatched to an aircraft crash on airport property:
A) Respond to Control Access Gate A (west of main terminal) and standby for an
escort to the incident location, Co-ordinate with Airport ERS to assist in the
control of the incident, Co-ordinate through the on-scene Airport Fire Incident
Commander as required
B) Respond to the automatic Control Access Gate B, Proceed to the Staging Area
(Fire Hall) and standby, Wait for escort to the crash scene
C) On arrival, report to the on-scene Airport Fire Incident Commander, assume
Command from Airport Fire Incident Commander as required, assign tasks such
as: triage, medical assistance and water supply operations for firefighting to
incoming units
D) Respond to the automatic Control Access Gate B, Proceed to the Staging Area
(Cargo Jet Building) and standby, Wait for escort to the crash scene

Answer 91

B) Respond to the automatic Control Access Gate B, Proceed to the Staging Area
(Fire Hall) and standby, Wait for escort to the crash scene

Question 92

According to Response Guideline 612.00-SRG – Response to John C. Munro
(Hamilton) International Airport; in the event that the Airport Emergency Response
Services respond to an aircraft crash off the airport property, the distance limit for such
a response is within a ______ mile radius of the airport.
A) Three mile
B) Five mile
C) Seven mile
D) Ten mile

Answer 92

B) Five mile

Question 93

According to Response Guideline 612.00-SRG – Response to John C. Munro
(Hamilton) International Airport; you are dispatched to a ‘Stand-By for Aircraft
Emergency’, you shall:
A) Respond to the automatic Access Control Gate B (Salem Road), Proceed to the
Staging Area (Fire Hall) and stand-by, Stand-by at the position until required and
escorted to the scene, or until released by the airport authorities
B) Respond to Control Access Gate A (west of main terminal), Proceed to the
Staging Area (Fire Hall) and stand-by, Stand-by at the position until required and
escorted to the scene, or until released by the airport authorities
C) Respond to the automatic Access Control Gate B (Salem Road), Proceed to the
Staging Area (Cargo Jet Building) and stand-by, Stand-by at the position until
required and escorted to the scene, or until released by the airport authorities
D) Respond to Control Access Gate A (west of main terminal), Proceed to the
Staging Area (Cargo Jet Building) and stand-by, Stand-by at the position until
required and escorted to the scene, or until released by the airport authorities

Answer 93

A) Respond to the automatic Access Control Gate B (Salem Road), Proceed to the
Staging Area (Fire Hall) and stand-by, Stand-by at the position until required and
escorted to the scene, or until released by the airport authorities

Question 94

According to Operational Guideline 612.01 – Notification of the Ontario Fire Marshal –
Investigation Services; you are the Incident Commander at a structure fire with a loss
estimated at $400,000 in a clandestine drug operation, should the Fire Marshal be
notified?
A) Yes
B) No

Answer 94

A) Yes

Question 95

According to Operational Guideline 612.01 – Notification of the Ontario Fire Marshal –
Investigation Services; you are the Incident Commander at a structure fire, which of the
following incidents does not meet the criteria for notifying the Ontario Fire Marshal?
A) All fires in vulnerable occupancies (i.e. retirement homes, care and treatment
occupancies, and care occupancies as defined in the Fire Code);
B) Explosions (when the explosion is either the primary or secondary event)
C) Fires resulting in either a fatality or serious injury requiring person(s) to be
admitted as in-patient(s) to a hospital
D) Fires resulting in unusual fire/smoke spread;

Answer 95

B) Explosions (when the explosion is either the primary or secondary event)

Question 96

According to Operational Guideline 612.01 – Notification of the Ontario Fire Marshal –
Investigation Services; you are the Incident Commander at a structure fire, which of the
following incidents does not meet the criteria for notifying the Ontario Fire Marshal?
A) Fires in multi-unit residential occupancies where fire spread is beyond unit of
origin or where suspected Fire Code violations have impacted on the
circumstances of the event
B) Fires involving circumstances that may result in widespread public concern (e.g.
environmental hazard)
C) Large loss fires, $400,000 and over or where the loss is significant to the
community
D) Fires of unusual origin or circumstances and for which expert investigative
assistance is required with determining cause

Answer 96

C) Large loss fires, $400,000 and over or where the loss is significant to the
community

Question 97

According to Operational Guideline 612.01 – Notification of the Ontario Fire Marshal –
Investigation Services; when an OFMEM response is deferred to the next normal work
period, the Provincial Emergency Operations Centre (PEOC) Duty Officer will inform the
caller that all steps shall be taken to secure the scene and that the OFMEM will be
notified of the request at _________.
A) 6:30 am
B) 7:00 am
C) 7:30 am
D) 8:00 am

Answer 97

C) 7:30 am

Question 98

According to Operational Guideline 612.01 – Notification of the Ontario Fire Marshal –
Investigation Services; which of the following is correct: When a fire investigation is
assigned to an investigator, it is the responsibility of the fire department to provide all
necessary documents, including, but not limited to:
A) Firefighter statements, dispatch chronology, incident commander report detailing
suppression and salvage activities, and fire prevention files as required by the
investigator
B) Firefighter statements, dispatch chronology, ISO report detailing suppression and
overhaul activities, and IMS training files as required by the investigator
C) Owner/RP statements, dispatch chronology, incident commander report detailing
suppression and overhaul activities, and fire prevention files as required by the
investigator
D) Firefighter statements, dispatch chronology, incident commander report detailing
suppression and overhaul activities, and fire prevention files as required by the
investigator

Answer 98

D) Firefighter statements, dispatch chronology, incident commander report detailing
suppression and overhaul activities, and fire prevention files as required by the
investigator

Question 99

According to Operational Guideline 612.01 – Notification of the Ontario Fire Marshal –
Investigation Services; part of the mandate of the OFM is to assist the local police in
identifying a purposely-set fire and to support the local police in carrying out significant
criminal investigations. The successful prosecution of a criminal charge by the police is
dependent on the integrity and continuity of possession of the evidence found at the
scene. It is therefore necessary that the ___________ of the _________ be maintained
prior to the arrival of an OFM or police investigator.
A) Notes of the incident
B) Security of the scene
C) Communications of the incident
D) Safety of the scene

Answer 99

B) Security of the scene

Question 100

According to Operational Guideline 615.00 – Hazard Control Zones; when the Fire
Department is preparing to terminate an incident where there is a possibility of structural
collapse, the Incident Commander shall contact the _____ ________ to respond.
A) Fire Chief
B) Building Department
C) Fire Marshal
D) Hamilton Police

Answer 100

B) Building Department

Question 101

According to Operational Guideline 615.00 – Hazard Control Zones; on the completion
of an incident (no sign of collapse), it is the responsibility of the Incident Commander to
make the Responsible Party aware of the new inherent dangers that are identified by
________________ and any other areas that may be a threat for the assuming parties.
A) Only red tape
B) Only yellow tape
C) Either yellow or red tape
D) None of the above

Answer 101

C) Either yellow or red tape

Question 102

According to Operational Guideline 615.00 – Hazard Control Zones; you are the
Incident Commander at a scene that requires establishing a Red Zone but tape cannot
be initiated because of heat, smoke, and gases, etc. as the Incident Commander you
shall:
A) Set-up Red Zone minimum 15 m away from the spot you want to cordon off, and
place the Safety Officer in position to warn firefighters
B) On the initial radio transmission, the term URGENT shall be repeated three times
followed by the information for the firefighting crews of the Incident Commander
C) Relay this information to Dispatch. Dispatch would make a short formal
announcement to personnel at the scene describing the area and the reason for
the establishment
D) Do nothing, the Red Zone should be disregarded if it cannot be established
safely
Answer: 4.0

Answer 102

C) Relay this information to Dispatch. Dispatch would make a short formal
announcement to personnel at the scene describing the area and the reason for
the establishment

Question 103

According to Operational Guideline 618.00 – High-Rise Operations; which of the
following is correct for breaking of glass windows or doors on the exterior of high-rise
buildings:
A) Do not break glass in high rise unless you have looked out the window or
door to ensure no one will be struck by falling glass within a 30meter safety
zone.
B) Do not break glass in high rise until a charged hose line is in place to begin
hydraulic ventilation.
C) Do not break glass in high rise until your company officer has given a size-up
report to Incident Command detailing smoke conditions.
D) Do not break glass in high rise unless it is coordinated with and confirmed by
Command that a safety perimeter is established (At least 60 metres).

Answer 103

D) Do not break glass in high rise unless it is coordinated with and confirmed by
Command that a safety perimeter is established (At least 60 metres).

Question 104

According to Operational Guideline 618.00 – High-Rise Operations; which of the
following is not a Tactical Objective in a high-rise fire?
A) Start Property conservation early and address loss control in all objectives
B) Secure and maintain a viable exit stairwell
C) Obtain the presence of the building engineer, superintendent or responsible party
D) Manage the spread of existing heat and smoke throughout the building by
pressurizing the stairwells, controlling the building H.V.A.C., and, if possible,
cross ventilation of the fire floor

Answer 104

C) Obtain the presence of the building engineer, superintendent or responsible party

Question 105

According to Operational Guideline 618.01 – Elevator (Disabled) Responses; a
_______ __ Entrapment is based upon unreasonable entrapment time exceeding 45
minutes, and/or situations involving non-life threatening conditions with medical factors
(i.e. requires medications) or where severe environmental conditions are involved (i.e.
elevated temperatures in the car)
A) Level I
B) Level II
C) Level III
D None of the above

Answer 105

B) Level II

Question 106

According to Operational Guideline 618.01 – Elevator (Disabled) Responses; as the
Company Officer you have determined that there is an immediate threat to life or
extreme environment. This is a _______ __ Entrapment.
A) Level I
B) Level II
C) Level III
D) Level IV

Answer 106

C) Level III

Question 107

According to Operational Guideline 618.01 – Elevator (Disabled) Responses; no rescue
attempt shall be made by HFD personnel if any of the following situations occur(s):
A) Elevator brake is not set prior to or upon performing a mainline disconnect.
B) Upon checking that the power is disconnected it is found that one or more power
phases (legs) are not disconnected.
C) Upon entering the machine room, the elevator is found to be moving
D) All of the above

Answer 107

D) All of the above

Question 108

According to Operational Guideline 619.00 – Emergency Voice Alarm Communication
(EVAC) Systems; which of the following reasons would prompt an announcement
through the EVAC?
A) To update building occupants at regular intervals with relevant information
B) To inform building occupants that Hamilton Fire Department apparatus and
personnel are at scene and investigating the situation
C) To advise occupants of the incident status
D) All of the Above

Answer 108

D) All of the Above

Question 109

According to Operational Guideline 620.00 - Fire Fighting Operations in Underground
Facilities; you are in Command of a fire in an underground facility. To control fires in
underground areas, you should be familiar with many factors and considerations. Which
of the following is not a factor to control at a fire in an underground facility?
A) Stairways and hallways can act like chimneys for superheated and fire gases
being given off by the fire
B) Smoke migration/contamination of many floors from the actual fire
C) Interstitial and void spaces
D) Establish effective communications system, either by radio or alternate means,
such as Firefighter telephones if available

Answer 109

C) Interstitial and void spaces

Question 110

According to Operational Guideline 620.00 - Fire Fighting Operations in Underground
Facilities; you are in Command of a fire in an underground facility. To control fires in
underground areas, you should be familiar with many factors and considerations. Which
of the following is not a factor to control at a fire in an underground facility?
A) Wearing complete personal protective equipment (PPE) including SCBA
B) Establishing a floor warden
C) Reaching below grade fires can be extremely punishing to crews as they
descend to the fire area
D) Limiting the number of Firefighters committed to the underground until the fire is
located

Answer 110

B) Establishing a floor warden

Question 111

According to Operational Guideline 620.00 - Fire Fighting Operations in Underground
Facilities; you are in Command of a fire in an underground facility. To control fires in
underground areas, you should be familiar with factors and considerations such as:
A) Stairways and hallways can act like chimneys for superheated and fire gases
being given off by the fire
B) Limiting the number of Firefighters committed to the underground until the fire is
located
C) Smoke migration/contamination of many floors from the actual fire
D) All of the above

Answer 111

D) All of the above

Question 112

According to Operational Guideline 621.00 – Fire Alarm Systems; if there are Building
Supervisory Staff at the scene, the Incident Commander shall ensure the following
actions take place:
A) The Incident Commander shall have a crew conduct a thorough check the
building for the source of the alarm activation before attempting to have the alarm
reset by the owner; after an adequate check of the building and if there is no
evidence of fire, then instruct the Building Supervisory Staff to reset the fire alarm
system; post the completed Form 327 on the entrance to the premises
B) The Incident Commander shall have a crew conduct a thorough check the
building for the source of the alarm activation before attempting to have the alarm
reset by the owner; after an adequate check of the building and if there is no
evidence of fire, then instruct the Building Supervisory Staff to reset the fire alarm
system; Check the annunciator panel to see that it is in normal operating status
(no alarm or trouble indicated) before leaving scene
C) The Incident Commander shall have a crew conduct a thorough check the
building for the source of the alarm activation before attempting to have the alarm
reset by Lobby Sector; if monitored by an alarm company, confirm via
Communications that the monitoring company has obtained a reset; If the system
cannot be reset, then fire crews should re-check for activated pull stations,
smoke detectors, or heat detectors
D) The Incident Commander shall have a crew conduct a thorough check the
building for the source of the alarm activation before attempting to have the alarm
reset by the owner; after an adequate check of the building and if there is no
evidence of fire, then instruct Lobby Sector to reset the fire alarm system; Check
the annunciator panel to see that it is in normal operating status (no alarm or
trouble indicated) before leaving scene

Answer 112

B) The Incident Commander shall have a crew conduct a thorough check the
building for the source of the alarm activation before attempting to have the alarm
reset by the owner; after an adequate check of the building and if there is no
evidence of fire, then instruct the Building Supervisory Staff to reset the fire alarm
system; Check the annunciator panel to see that it is in normal operating status
(no alarm or trouble indicated) before leaving scene

Question 113

According to Operational Guideline 621.00 – Fire Alarm Systems; if there are no
Building Supervisory Staff at the scene, the Incident Commander shall:
A) Not silence or reset the alarm system, complete a Form #437 that reflects the
status of the alarm system (i.e. out of service) and leave it with a responsible
occupant, if possible; if monitored by an alarm company, confirm via
Communications that the monitoring company has obtained a reset
B) Silence/reset the alarm system, complete a Form #327 that reflects the status of
the alarm system (i.e. out of service) and leave it with a responsible occupant, if
possible; advise occupants that the alarms will ring until Building Supervisory
Staff can be contacted and that they should be alert for signs of fire until the
alarm system has been restored (i.e. reset).
C) Not silence or reset the alarm system, complete a Form #327 that reflects the
status of the alarm system (i.e. out of service) and leave it with a responsible
occupant, if possible; advise occupants that the alarms will ring until Building
Supervisory Staff can be contacted and that they should be alert for signs of fire
until the alarm system has been restored (i.e. reset).
D) Not silence or reset the alarm system, complete a Form #327 that reflects the
status of the alarm system (i.e. out of service) and leave it with a responsible
occupant, if possible; if monitored by an alarm company, confirm via
Communications that the monitoring company has obtained a reset

Answer 113

C) Not silence or reset the alarm system, complete a Form #327 that reflects the
status of the alarm system (i.e. out of service) and leave it with a responsible
occupant, if possible; advise occupants that the alarms will ring until Building
Supervisory Staff can be contacted and that they should be alert for signs of fire
until the alarm system has been restored (i.e. reset).

Question 114

According to Operational Guideline 621.00 – Fire Alarm Systems; at a private residence
with the alarm sounding and no answer at the door, the Incident Commander shall:
A) Ensure that windows and door leading to the interior of the building have been
visually examined for smoke or fire conditions inside the building; if an
owner/responsible party cannot be contacted and the Incident Commander feels
that the alarm was initiated by a system malfunction, then a Form 327 shall be
left at the front door of the residence and all HFD vehicles may clear the scene; if
monitored by an alarm company, confirm via Communications that the monitoring
company has obtained a reset
B) Ensure that the exterior perimeter of the building has been checked for signs of
smoke or fire; Command shall not authorize any activity that may cause damage
to the building without clear indications that a fire condition exists within the
structure; if entry to a residence is forced, the Platoon Chief shall be summoned
C) Ensure that windows and door leading to the interior of the building have been
visually examined for smoke or fire conditions inside the building; if an
owner/responsible party cannot be contacted and the Incident Commander feels
that the alarm was initiated by a system malfunction, then a Form 437 shall be
left at the front door of the residence and all HFD vehicles may clear the scene;
ensure that the exterior perimeter of the building has been checked for signs of
smoke or fire
D) Ensure that the exterior perimeter of the building has been checked for signs of
smoke or fire; Command shall not authorize any activity that may cause damage
to the building without clear indications that a fire condition exists within the
structure; if entry to a residence is forced police shall be summoned

Answer 114

D) Ensure that the exterior perimeter of the building has been checked for signs of
smoke or fire; Command shall not authorize any activity that may cause damage
to the building without clear indications that a fire condition exists within the
structure; if entry to a residence is forced police shall be summoned

Question 115

According to Operational Guideline 623.00 – Natural Gas / Methane / LPG (Liquified
Petroleum Gas) Incidents; full Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Self-Contained
Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) shall be donned and activated before entering or operating
at any confirmed or suspected natural gas / methane / atmosphere where air monitoring
equipment indicates oxygen (O2) readings are ___% or less, or when observations and
information received upon arrival indicates the presence of natural gas / methane.
A) 22.5%
B) 22%
C) 21%
D) 20%

Answer 115

D) 20%

Question 116

According to Operational Guideline 623.00 – Natural Gas / Methane / LPG (Liquified
Petroleum Gas) Incidents; the Incident Commander shall ensure that:
A) Two 45 mm dry hose lines are deployed once personnel are brought forward
B) One 65 mm dry hose lines are deployed once personnel are brought forward
C) One 65 mm hose lines are deployed and charged once personnel are brought
forward
D) Two 65 mm hose lines are deployed and charged once personnel are brought
forward

Answer 116

C) One 65 mm hose lines are deployed and charged once personnel are brought
forward

Question 117

According to Operational Guideline 623.00 – Natural Gas / Methane / LPG (Liquified
Petroleum Gas) Incidents; you are responding to a gas leak at a residence. What
pressure should you expect in the service line?
A) 1207 – 3448 kPa
B) Up to 450 kPa
C) 1.7 – 140 kPa
D) 1.7 kPa

Answer 117

D) 1.7 kPa

Question 118

According to Operational Guideline 623.00 – Natural Gas / Methane / LPG (Liquified
Petroleum Gas) Incidents; you are responding to a gas leak at an Industrial occupancy.
What pressure should you expect in the service line?
A) 1207 – 3448 kPa
B) Up to 450 kPa
C) 1.7 – 140 kPa
D) 1.7 kPa

Answer 118

B) Up to 450 kPa

Question 119

According to Operational Guideline 623.00 – Natural Gas / Methane / LPG (Liquified
Petroleum Gas) Incidents; you are responding to a gas leak at a commercial
occupancy. What pressure should you expect in the service line?
A) 1207 – 3448 kPa
B) Up to 450 kPa
C) 1.7 – 140 kPa
D) 1.7 kPa

Answer 119

C) 1.7 – 140 kPa

Question 120

According to Operational Guideline 623.00 – Natural Gas / Methane / LPG (Liquified
Petroleum Gas) Incidents; you are responding to a gas leak on a distribution line. What
pressure should you expect in the distribution line?
A) 6205 – 9929 kPa
B) 1207 – 3448 kPa
C) 825 - 1100 kPa
D) Up to 450 kPa

Answer 120

B) 1207 – 3448 kPa

Question 121

According to Operational Guideline 623.00 – Natural Gas / Methane / LPG (Liquified
Petroleum Gas) Incidents; you are responding to a gas leak on a transmission line.
What pressure should you expect in the transmission line?
A) 9929 – 10205 kPa
B) 6205 – 9929 kPa
C) 6205 - 8929 kPa
D) 825 - 1100 kPa

Answer 121

B) 6205 – 9929 kPa

Question 122

According to Operational Guideline 623.00 – Natural Gas / Methane / LPG (Liquified
Petroleum Gas) Incidents; for Rescue and Evacuation of Persons – personnel shall
immediately evacuate the building of all persons and the outdoor area of all civilians and
unnecessary emergency response personnel and apparatus for ____ m in all directions.
For large natural gas / methane leaks or fires, distances up to _____ m downwind
should be considered.
A) 50 m and 250 m
B) 100 m and 500 m
C) 100 m and 800 m
D) 150 m and 1000 m

Answer 122

C) 100 m and 800 m

Question 123

According to Operational Guideline 623.00 – Natural Gas / Methane / LPG (Liquified
Petroleum Gas) Incidents; you are the Incident Commander at a gas leak at a strip mall,
a paramedic rapid response unit and a police vehicle are directly in front of the business
and customers are entering adjoining stores. Your action should be:
A) Leave the paramedic rapid response unit and police vehicle where they are and
have the customers and businesses shelter-in-place
B) Have the paramedic unit and police vehicle removed 50 m away in all directions
and have the customers and businesses shelter-in-place
C) Have the paramedic unit and police vehicle removed 50 m away in all directions
and evacuate the customers and businesses 100 m in all directions
D) Have the paramedic unit and police vehicle removed 100 m away in all directions
and evacuate the customers and businesses 100 m in all directions

Answer 123

D) Have the paramedic unit and police vehicle removed 100 m away in all directions
and evacuate the customers and businesses 100 m in all directions

Question 124

According to Operational Guideline 623.00 – Natural Gas / Methane / LPG (Liquified
Petroleum Gas) Incidents; which statement is incorrect about prevention of Natural Gas
Fires/Explosions (indoor or Outdoor)?
A) Close all windows and doors of neighbouring buildings to prevent natural gas
from entering
B) Personnel shall control all sources of potential ignition of escaping natural gas by
placing the fire apparatus downwind
C) Check all interior levels of neighbouring buildings including basements and
outside areas such as sewers for the presence of natural gas / methane
D) Personnel shall control all sources of potential ignition of escaping natural gas by
shutting vehicle engines off if able to do so

Answer 124

B) Personnel shall control all sources of potential ignition of escaping natural gas by
placing the fire apparatus downwind

Question 125

According to Operational Guideline 623.00 – Natural Gas / Methane / LPG (Liquified
Petroleum Gas) Incidents; you are the Incident Commander at a Natural Gas Fire,
which of the following statements is correct?
A) HFD personnel shall not extinguish a natural gas fire unless the natural gas flow
or leak can be stopped by closing natural gas supply valves before or
immediately after extinguishment of the fire
B) If the fire is isolated to a single appliance, personnel should shut off the natural
gas flow at the service line
C) HFD personnel shall not extinguish a natural gas fire all escaping natural gas will
be consumed by the fire
D) Personnel should spray a straight stream on any surrounding combustibles
and/or exposures if in danger of igniting before natural gas flow can be stopped

Answer 125

A) HFD personnel shall not extinguish a natural gas fire unless the natural gas flow
or leak can be stopped by closing natural gas supply valves before or immediately after extinguishment of the fire

Question 126

According to Operational Policy 631.00 - Use of Equipment Not Provided by Hamilton
Fire; you are the Officer at an incident where the problem is on the roof of a commercial
building. There is a fixed steel safety ladder with a cage attached to the side of the
building to gain access, is this acceptable to use?
A) Yes, it will make the unit 10-8 quicker
B) No, the crew shall only use equipment that they brought with them to accomplish
their task, including a ladder from the apparatus when one is required
C) Yes, the owner has installed a fixed steel safety ladder with a cage that meets
Occupational Health and Safety Act requirements
D) No, it will be unnecessary to go to the roof once a service technician is on scene

Answer 126

B) No, the crew shall only use equipment that they brought with them to accomplish
their task, including a ladder from the apparatus when one is required

Question 127

According to Operational Guideline 632.00 - Carbon Monoxide Incidents; the Immediate
Danger to Life and Health (IDLH) of CO is ______ ppm.
A) 100 ppm
B) 500 ppm
C) 800 ppm
D) 1200 ppm

Answer 127

D) 1200 ppm

Question 128

According to Operational Guideline 632.00 - Carbon Monoxide Incidents; mandatory
use of SCBA shall be employed with facepiece donned and air activated when CO
readings are in excess of ______ ppm.
A) 25 ppm
B) 9 ppm
C) 100 ppm
D) 50 ppm

Answer 128

A) 25 ppm

Question 129

According to Operational Guideline 634.00 – Career Responses into Volunteer Districts;
Single Truck Response – which of the following statements is correct?
A) If a Career unit arrives on scene and determines that the call will be of a
prolonged nature, they will cancel the volunteer apparatus
B) The unit doing the canceling must be on scene (10-12)
C) If a Career unit arrives on scene and determines that the call will be of a
prolonged nature, they will not cancel the volunteer apparatus
D) Both B and C are correct

Answer 129

D) Both B and C are correct

Question 130

According to Operational Guideline 634.00 – Career Responses into Volunteer Districts;
Single Truck Response – which of the following statements is correct?
A) If a Career unit arrives on scene and determines that the call will be of a
prolonged nature, they will not cancel the volunteer apparatus
B) The unit cancelling apparatus does not need be on scene (not 10-12)
C) If a Career unit arrives on scene and determines that the call will be of a
prolonged nature, the volunteer apparatus will continue and assume Command
of the Incident, releasing the Career unit to return to quarters
D) Both A and C are correct

Answer 130

D) Both A and C are correct

Question 131

According to Operational Guideline 634.00 – Career Responses into Volunteer Districts;
Multiple Unit Responses – you are in Command at a multiple unit response in the
Volunteer District, which of the following statements is correct when releasing
apparatus:
A) Career apparatus must be kept on scene for overhaul and clean-up operations
B) Return career apparatus as soon as sufficient volunteer resources are on scene,
this will ensure that career can return to their primary response areas
C) All committed resources should be returned to their respective response districts
once the emergency is either under control or adequate volunteer resources are
available
D) The on-duty Senior Officers will not monitor the status of career apparatus and
ensure that the most efficient use of resources is maintained

Answer 131

B) Return career apparatus as soon as sufficient volunteer resources are on scene,
this will ensure that career can return to their primary response areas

Question 132

According to Operational Guideline 634.00 – Career Responses into Volunteer Districts;
Multiple Unit Responses – you are in Command at a multiple unit response in the
Volunteer District, which of the following statements is correct when releasing
apparatus:
A) Career apparatus must be kept on scene for overhaul and clean-up operations
B) Return volunteer apparatus as soon as sufficient career resources are on scene,
this will ensure that volunteer can return to their primary response areas
C) For structure fires or other multiple apparatus responses, sufficient resources
must be on scene before an accurate determination of the need to cancel
responding resources can be made
D) All committed resources should be returned to their respective response districts
once the emergency is either under control or adequate volunteer resources are
available

Answer 132

C) For structure fires or other multiple apparatus responses, sufficient resources
must be on scene before an accurate determination of the need to cancel
responding resources can be made

Question 133

According to Operational Guideline 635.00 – Hydro Electric Emergencies; which of the
following statements regarding Hydro Electric Emergencies is incorrect?
A) Fire fighting personnel shall not enter an electrical substation or vault without onsite assistance from hydro personnel
B) HFD personnel may pull any hydro meter to disconnect the power supply to a
structure
C) All wires and electrical equipment shall be considered live until confirmed deenergized by hydro provider personnel
D) Command shall request that the Hydro personnel be called to any incident
involving electricity that poses a known or anticipated risk to personnel or
property

Answer 133

B) HFD personnel may pull any hydro meter to disconnect the power supply to a
structure

Question 134

According to Operational Guideline 635.00 – Hydro Electric Emergencies; when wires
are down, the Incident Commander shall establish a safe zone of at least ____ m (____
ft.) away from wires and anything wires may be touching.
A) 15 m, 50 ft.
B) 12 m, 40 ft
C) 10 m, 33 ft.
D) 6 m, 20 ft.

Answer 134

C) 10 m, 33 ft.

Question 135

According to Operational Guideline 635.00 – Hydro Electric Emergencies; if dispatched
to a substation fire, you should secure the area; to keep on-lookers back at least ____
m, ____ ft. for an explosion risk.
A) 50 m, 165 ft.
B) 100 m, 330 ft.
C) 150 m, 490 ft.
D) 200 m, 655 ft

Answer 135

B) 100 m, 330 ft

Question 136

According to Operational Guideline 635.00 – Hydro Electric Emergencies; substation
control buildings require special consideration when fighting fires. The nature of the
equipment installed within the station, its high value and susceptibility to damage from
many extinguishing agents requires careful consideration in agent selection.
Preference must be given to ___________ ___________.
A) Carbon Dioxide
B) Potassium Bicarbonate
C) Halon Agents
D) Sodium Bicarbonate

Answer 136

A) Carbon Dioxide

Question 137

According to Operational Guideline 635.00 – Hydro Electric Emergencies; when
responding to a padmount transformer and/or switching kiosks damaged in an accident,
personnel shall assess the situation from at least _____ metres (____ ft.) back.
A) 6 m, 20 ft.
B) 10 m, 33 ft.
C) 12 m, 40 ft.
D) 15 m, 50 ft.

Answer 137

B) 10 m, 33 ft.

Question 138

According to Operational Guideline 635.00 – Hydro Electric Emergencies; when
responding to a padmount transformer and/or switching kiosks damaged in an accident,
which of the following statements is correct?
A) Personnel approaching a vehicle with occupants still inside shall keep their feet
close together (to minimize the step potential); don’t approach closer than 10
metres (33 ft.) to the vehicle; tell occupants of the vehicle to “Stay in the vehicle,
we are contacting the electrical utility. Do not exit the vehicle until they have said
it is safe to do so.”
B) Personnel approaching a vehicle with occupants still inside shall keep their feet
close together (to minimize the step potential); don’t approach closer than 12
metres (40 ft.) to the vehicle. tell occupants of the vehicle to “Stay in the vehicle,
we are contacting the electrical utility. Do not exit the vehicle until they have said
it is safe to do so.”
C) Personnel approaching a vehicle with occupants still inside shall keep their feet
close together (to minimize the step potential); if possible, provide the
transformer or switching kiosk location and number to Communications, they can
pass it on to Hydro; perform the rescue immediately
D) Personnel approaching a vehicle with occupants still inside shall keep their feet
close together (to minimize the step potential); perform the rescue immediately;
document actions in the Summary report in FDM.

Answer 138

A) Personnel approaching a vehicle with occupants still inside shall keep their feet
close together (to minimize the step potential); don’t approach closer than 10
metres (33 ft.) to the vehicle; tell occupants of the vehicle to “Stay in the vehicle,
we are contacting the electrical utility. Do not exit the vehicle until they have said
it is safe to do so.”

Question 139

According to Operational Guideline 635.00 – Hydro Electric Emergencies; you are
responding to a vault explosion, what are your first three actions?
A) Assess the situation from at least 12 metres, (40 ft.); determine the safe zone,
secure the area, and keep the public at least 15 metres (50 ft.) back; request that
Communications contact Hydro, ask for assistance and give the location of the
service access involved
B) Assess the situation from at least 10 metres, (33 ft.); attempt to remove the
service access cover; from a safe location apply non-conducting fire
extinguishing substances such as dry chemical or Co2
C) Assess the situation from at least 10 metres, (33 ft.); determine the safe zone,
secure the area, and keep the public at least 15 metres (50 ft.) back; request that
Communications contact Hydro, ask for assistance and give the location of the
service access involved
D) Assess the situation from at least 10 metres, (33 ft.); determine the safe zone,
secure the area, and keep the public at least 20 metres (65 ft.) back; request that
Communications contact Hydro, ask for assistance and give the location of the
service access involved

Answer 139

C) Assess the situation from at least 10 metres, (33 ft.); determine the safe zone,
secure the area, and keep the public at least 15 metres (50 ft.) back; request that
Communications contact Hydro, ask for assistance and give the location of the
service access involved

Question 140

According to Operational Guideline 637.00 – Ministry of Labour Notification; the Ontario
Ministry of Labour is required to be notified for any one of the following except:
A) The worker advises employer that he/she has been diagnosed with an
occupational disease
B) The worker is critically injured
C) The worker killed on the job
D) The worker invokes their right to refuse

Answer 140

D) The worker invokes their right to refuse

Question 141

According to Operational Guideline 637.00 – Ministry of Labour Notification; which of
the following is correct, critically injured means an injury of a serious nature that,
A) Causes the loss of sight in an eye
B) Produces unconsciousness
C) Involves the fracture of a leg or arm but not a finger or toe
D) All of the above

Answer 141

D) All of the above

Question 142

According to Operational Guideline 637.00 – Ministry of Labour Notification; which of
the following is correct, critically injured means an injury of a serious nature that,
A) Consists of burns to a minor portion of the body
B) Results in substantial loss of blood
C) Causes the loss of sight in both eyes
D) All of the above

Answer 142

B) Results in substantial loss of blood

Question 143

According to Operational Guideline 637.00 – Ministry of Labour Notification; you are the
Incident Commander on scene where a worker was critically injured on the job site.
What is your responsibility?
A) Begin the investigation into the accident
B) If the Police do not attend an incident involving a worker who is critically injured,
and the Incident Commander feels an Inspector should attend immediately, the
Incident Commander shall direct HFD Communications to notify the Duty Officer
C) Check with Police to confirm that they will be making the MOL notification. This
should be noted in the Incident Report on FDM along with the police officer’s
particulars
D) All of the above

Answer 143

C) Check with Police to confirm that they will be making the MOL notification. This
should be noted in the Incident Report on FDM along with the police officer’s
particulars

Question 144

According to Operational Guideline 637.00 – Ministry of Labour Notification; you are the
Incident Commander on scene where a worker was critically injured on the job site. You
only wish to ensure that the MOL is notified (and immediate response is not an issue)
then the responsibility for making the call to the Ministry of Labour falls upon:
A) The Duty Officer
B) The Incident Commander
C) The Officer of the responding unit
D) The Deputy Chief

Answer 144

C) The Officer of the responding unit

Question 145

According to Operational Guideline 638.00 - Notification of Public Health Services; you
are the Officer in Charge contacting Communications to request Public Health. You
should have the following information ready:
A) Date and time of Incident, Incident Number, Name and location of establishment
B) Date and time of Incident, Name and location of establishment, Damage Incurred
C) Name and location of establishment, Product Loss, Damage Incurred
D) Name and location of establishment, Actions Performed

Answer 145

B) Date and time of Incident, Name and location of establishment, Damage Incurred

Question 146

According to Operational Guideline 638.00 - Notification of Public Health Services; the
Incident Commander will request that Public Health Services be notified in the event of
a fire to the following except at/for:
A) All Long-Term Care Facilities
B) Any fire/emergency situation that does not have the potential to cause a human
health hazard
C) A non-operating Industrial site
D) All Residential Care Facilities

Answer 146

B) Any fire/emergency situation that does not have the potential to cause a human
health hazard

Question 147

According to Operational Guideline 638.00 - Notification of Public Health Services; you
are the Incident Commander at a fire incident at a movie theatre in the lobby area,
based on this response, should you request Public Health Services?
A) Yes
B) No

Answer 147

A) Yes

Question 148

According to Operational Guideline 638.00 - Notification of Public Health Services; you
are the Incident Commander at a Lodging Home where there has been a long power
outage impacting refrigeration units. Based on this response, should you request Public
Health Services?
A) Yes
B) No

Answer 148

A) Yes

Question 149

According to Operational Guideline 639.00 – HSR Buses to Emergency Incidents; you
are in Command of an incident where you will require HSR, which steps are correct
when requesting HSR to the scene?
A) The request shall be made directly to HSR operations, a safe area that is outside
the danger zone will be established, people being evacuated will be brought or
directed to the designated safe area
B) The request shall be directed to communications, a safe area that is outside the
danger zone will be established, people being evacuated will be brought or
directed to the designated safe area
C) The request shall be directed to communications, a safe area that is outside the
danger zone will be established, HSR personnel will be directed into the danger
zone to pick up or transport individuals
D) The request shall be directed to communications, an area inside the danger zone
will be established, people being evacuated will be brought or directed to the
designated area

Answer 149

B) The request shall be directed to communications, a safe area that is outside the
danger zone will be established, people being evacuated will be brought or
directed to the designated safe area

Question 150

According to Operational Guideline 640.00 - Atmosphere Monitoring at Fires; which of
the following is incorrect regarding the atmospheric levels where you can operate
without SCBA in an environment where smoke was present?
A) 0 ppm for HCN (Hydrogen Cyanide)
B) 10 ppm for H2S (Hydrogen Sulfide)
C) 0 ppm for CO (Carbon Monoxide)
D) Not less than 20.8% Oxygen

Answer 150

B) 10 ppm for H2S (Hydrogen Sulfide)

Question 151

According to Operational Guideline 643.00 – Request for Excavators; the on-scene
Platoon/District Chief shall:
A) Contact Public Works
B) Contact the Deputy Chief
C) Contact the Duty Officer
D) Contact Building Services

Answer 151

C) Contact the Duty Officer

Question 152

According to Operational Guideline 645.00 - Radioactive Storage Areas - McMaster
University; all laboratories, which contain radioactive material, are posted with warning
signs stating?
A) “Caution – Radioactive Material.”
B) “Danger - - Radioactive material”
C) “Caution - - Radiation”
D) “Danger – Radiation”

Answer 152

A) “Caution – Radioactive Material.”

Question 153

According to Operational Guideline 645.00 - Radioactive Storage Areas - McMaster
University; there are ______ areas on campus where entry must not be made until
Radiation Safety personnel have monitored the areas?
A) 6
B) 3
C) 7
D) 4

Answer 153

D) 4

Question 154

According to Operational Guideline 654.00 – Notification of the Building Services
Division; the Building Construction Section responds to such matters as:
A) Providing physical security standards through a prevention and deterrence model
for Fire damaged/vacant buildings
B) Fire damaged/vacant buildings, and/or an unsafe condition of a building
C) Investigates complaints on private and public property to ensure compliance with
by-laws
D) None of the above

Answer 154

B) Fire damaged/vacant buildings, and/or an unsafe condition of a building

Question 155

According to Operational Guideline 654.00 – Notification of the Building Services
Division; you are in Command of an incident with a structurally weakened building,
should you consider notifying the Building Services Division?
A) No, only if the building requires physical securing
B) Yes, Building Services should be notified of a structurally weakened building
C) No, only if the building has had a previous complaint for not complying with bylaws
D) Yes, Building Services should be notified by the owner or responsible party (RP)
of a structurally weakened building

Answer 155

B) Yes, Building Services should be notified of a structurally weakened building

Question 156

According to Operational Guideline 654.00 – Notification of the Building Services
Division; which of the following circumstances is incorrect when determining if the
Building Services Division Inspector is required:
A) Structurally weakened building
B) Collapsed building
C) Only structures which have been struck by motor vehicles or other objects
D) Hazardous structures

Answer 156

C) Only structures which have been struck by motor vehicles or other objects

Question 157

According to Operational Guideline 654.00 – Notification of the Building Services
Division; as the Incident Commander, you require the boarding of premises involved in
fire or other damaging circumstance. Where no responsible party is available, you
should request HFD Communications Centre to contact:
A) City of Hamilton Corporate Security
B) City of Hamilton Building Services
C) City of Hamilton Housing
D) City of Hamilton Property Standards Division

Answer 157

D) City of Hamilton Property Standards Division

Question 158

According to Operational Policy 655.00 – Operation of Aerial Ladders in High Winds;
when sustained wind speeds reach _____ km/h all HFD aerial ladders will not be used.
A) 70 km/h
B) 90 km/h
C) 56 km/h
D) 80 km/h

Answer 158

D) 80 km/h

Question 159

According to Operational Guideline 703.00 – Designated Medical Officer’s Notification;
the Officer shall:
A) Ensure that any Members who may have been exposed to a suspected
communicable disease decontaminate on return to station
B) Ensure an “Exposure Report Form” and an “Employee Incident/Accident Report
Form” are completed
C) Notify their District Chief immediately when the Supervisor or a Member suspects
an exposure to a communicable disease has occurred
D) All of the Above

Answer 159

B) Ensure an “Exposure Report Form” and an “Employee Incident/Accident Report
Form” are completed

Question 160

According to Operational Guideline 703.00 – Designated Medical Officer’s Notification;
a “Report of Accidental Injury and Occupational Disease” shall be completed. These
forms shall be forwarded to the ________ _________ before the end of duty on that
particular shift.
A) Duty Officer
B) Medical Officer
C) Deputy Chief
D) Platoon Chief

Answer 160

D) Platoon Chief

Question 161

According to Operational Guideline 806.00 - Air Monitoring; HFD uses standard alarm
settings, which of the following settings is not correct?
A) 25 ppm (low) & 40 ppm (high) for carbon monoxide (CO)
B) 10 ppm (low) & 20 ppm (high) for hydrogen sulphide (H2S)
C) 19.5% (low) & 23 ppm (high) for oxygen (O2)
D) 5% (low) & 10% (high) LEL for combustibles

Answer 161

A) 25 ppm (low) & 40 ppm (high) for carbon monoxide (CO)

Question 162

T/F: According to Operational Guideline 806.00 - Air Monitoring; air monitoring results
taken (including a “zero” reading) shall be announced via radio to the Incident
Commander and HFD Communications Centre
A) True
B) False

Answer 162

A) True

Question 163

According to Operational Guideline 807.00 - Hazardous Materials Incidents – Victim
Management; section 9.01 states which of the following?
A) Deceased are to be left in hot zone unit all victims have been transported
B) Deceased are to be left in the ambulance unit all victims have been
transported
C) Deceased are to be left in hot zone until decontaminated
D) Deceased are to be removed first

Answer 163

A) Deceased are to be left in hot zone unit all victims have been transported

Question 164

According to Operational Guideline 810.00 Clandestine Drug Laboratories; entry into a
clan lab is high risk and shall only be made to conduct a ______ rescue of human life.
Under fire conditions with no life hazard, prevent extension and exposure damage but
do not enter the hazard area.
A) Perceived
B) Known
C) Unknown
D) Speculated

Answer 164

B) Known

Question 165

According to Operational Guideline 810.00 Clandestine Drug Laboratories; the Incident
Commander should consider ___________ __________ of attack as appropriate to
protect personnel from unknown chemical exposure, explosion and rapid fire advance.
A) A Defensive Mode
B) An Aggressive Mode
C) A Transitional Mode
D) A Defensive Mode

Answer 165

D) A Defensive Mode

Question 166

According to Operational Guideline 810.00 Clandestine Drug Laboratories; you are the
first arriving Officer at an incident. Which of the following clues would lead you to
suspect a clandestine drug laboratory and potentially change your strategy?
A) Makeshift ventilation pipes, vacuum tubes and plastic or rubber tubing
B) Metal drums and boxes with labels removed or spray painted over
C) Condensation forms on the windows due to high humidity levels inside
D) Both A & B are correct

Answer 166

D) Both A & B are correc

Question 167

According to Operational Guideline 810.00 Clandestine Drug Laboratories; you are the
first arriving Officer at an incident. Which of the following clues would lead you to
suspect a clandestine drug laboratory and potentially change your strategy?
A) Bright interior lights left on all day and night
B) Condensation forms on the windows due to high humidity levels inside
C) Chemical containers, particularly those that are not properly labelled
D) Both A & B are correct

Answer 167

C) Chemical containers, particularly those that are not properly labelled

Question 168

According to Operational Guideline 810.00 Clandestine Drug Laboratories; which of the
following is not considered a hazard associated with clan labs?
A) Clan labs pose serious hazards to emergency response personnel and may also
endanger residents in the community or contaminate the environment due to the
lack of ventilation systems
B) Inside storage of propane tanks and makeshift connections to domestic natural
gas supply
C) The use of water during fire suppression activities may cause a violent explosion
or the release of toxic gases
D) Unknown and hazardous chemicals that may be present such as radioactive
materials

Answer 168

B) Inside storage of propane tanks and makeshift connections to domestic natural gas supply

Question 169

According to Operational Guideline 810.00 Clandestine Drug Laboratories; which of the
following statements regarding Clandestine Drug Laboratories is incorrect?
A) On occasion, a clan lab and the surrounding property may be protected with
defence systems or “booby-traps” to deter unwanted visitors
B) Electric switches, vacuum pumps, chemical containers, glassware, or anything
that is plugged into an electrical receptacle shall be unplugged
C) Operators of clan labs may not always be familiar with the flammability and
reactivity of some chemicals
D) Opening or moving doors, windows, refrigerator doors, chemical containers or
furniture may be a triggering mechanism for an explosive device or chemical
reaction that may be lethal

Answer 169

B) Electric switches, vacuum pumps, chemical containers, glassware, or anything
that is plugged into an electrical receptacle shall be unplugged

Question 170

According to Operational Guideline 810.00 Clandestine Drug Laboratories; HFD shall
provide support to Police personnel on scene. Which of the following is not a support
action HFD shall provide?
A) Mitigation of hazardous chemicals
B) Provide research and information on chemicals that are suspected or are known
to be in the laboratory
C) Investigate and seize Clandestine Drug Laboratory equipment
D) Decontamination of any entry personnel

Answer 170

C) Investigate and seize Clandestine Drug Laboratory equipment

Question 171

According to Operational Guideline 810.00 Clandestine Drug Laboratories; you are firstin and still in Command at a Clandestine Drug Laboratory, rescue of persons or fire
suppression are non existent, HFD personnel shall immediately leave the clan lab area
and stand-by at the safe evacuation distance of _____ m - _____ m
A) 25 m – 75 m
B) 50 m – 100 m
C) 75 m – 125 m
D) 100 m – 150 m

Answer 171

B) 50 m – 100 m

Question 172

According to Operational Guideline 811.00 Marijuana Grow Operations; you are the first
arriving Officer at an incident. Which of the following clues would lead you to suspect a
marijuana grow operation and potentially change your strategy?
A) Makeshift ventilation pipes, vacuum tubes and plastic or rubber tubing
B) Metal drums and boxes with labels removed or spray painted over
C) Condensation forms on the windows due to high humidity levels inside
D) Both A & B are correct

Answer 172

C) Condensation forms on the windows due to high humidity levels inside

Question 173

According to Operational Guideline 811.00 Marijuana Grow Operations; of the following
is not considered a hazard associated with marijuana grow operation?
A) Electrocution from electrical bypass, power lines, secondary distribution panels
and transformers.
B) Inside storage of propane tanks and makeshift connections to domestic natural
gas supply
C) Solvents and pesticides stored in the interior
D) Unknown and hazardous chemicals that may be present such as radioactive
materials

Answer 173

D) Unknown and hazardous chemicals that may be present such as radioactive
materials

Question 174

According to Operational Guideline 811.00 Marijuana Grow Operations; which of the
following statements regarding marijuana grow operations is incorrect?
A) Opening or moving doors, windows, refrigerator doors, chemical containers or
furniture may be a triggering mechanism for an explosive device or chemical
reaction that may be lethal
B) Entry into a grow op is high risk and shall only be made to conduct a rescue of
human life known to be in the premises
C) The Incident Commander should consider a defensive mode of attack as
appropriate to protect personnel from unknown chemical exposure, explosion
and rapid fire advance
D) Clues that may indicate the presence of a grow op can include windows are
covered often with dark plastic, foil or newspaper and little snow on the roof in
winter

Answer 174

A) Opening or moving doors, windows, refrigerator doors, chemical containers or
furniture may be a triggering mechanism for an explosive device or chemical reaction that may be lethal

Question 175

According to Operational Guideline 812.00 - Chemical Suicides; H2S is a colorless gas
with notable odor of (rotten egg/sewer gas) detectable at low levels [measured in parts
per million (ppm] Although pungent at first, it quickly deadens the sense of smell
between the range of ________ ppm.
A) 300 - 500 ppm
B) 200 - 400 ppm
C) 150 - 250 ppm
D) 250 - 350 ppm

Answer 175

C) 150 - 250 ppm

Question 176

According to Operational Guideline 812.00 - Chemical Suicides; what additional
agencies must be notified in advance in order to avoid contamination of personnel or
equipment?
A) Coroner / morgue
B) HPS (Hamilton Police Services)
C) HPW (Hamilton Public Works)
D) EMS and Hospital

Answer 176

D) EMS and Hospital

Question 177

According to Operational Guideline 812.00 - Chemical Suicides; locations of such acts
may occur in but not limited to the following areas except where vapors have the ability
to disperse?
A) Vehicles.
B) Open areas
C) Small rooms inside the residence.
D) Apartments

Answer 177

B) Open areas

Question 178

According to Operational Guideline 852.00 Confined Space Rescue – Operational
Response; a confined space is any space that has the following characteristics:
A) Has limited or restricted means for entry or exit. Is not designed for continuous
human occupancy
B) Contains a material that has the potential for engulfing an entrant
C) Is large enough and so configured that a person can enter and perform assigned
work
D) All of the Above

Answer 178

D) All of the Above

Question 179

According to Operational Guideline 852.00 Confined Space Rescue – Operational
Response; which of the following is not a characteristic of a confined space?
A) Contains or has a potential to contain a hazardous atmosphere
B) An excavation made below the surface of the ground where the depth is greater
than the width
C) Has an internal configuration such that an entrant could be trapped or
asphyxiated by inwardly converging walls or by a floor that slopes downward and
tapers to a smaller cross section
D) Has limited or restricted means for entry or exit. Is not designed for continuous
human occupancy

Answer 179

B) An excavation made below the surface of the ground where the depth is greater than the width

Question 180

According to Operational Guideline 852.00 Confined Space Rescue – Operational
Response; you are first-in and shall determine the severity and extent of the confined
space rescue emergency. Should a confined space rescue exist, the officer shall do the
following except:
A) Determine if the area is a confined space (by definition)
B) Approach the area from the ends if possible
C) Confirm that all Confined Space / HARR apparatus are responding
D) Tape off the Rescue area, establish safety zone

Answer 180

B) Approach the area from the ends if possible

Question 181

According to Operational Guideline 852.00 Confined Space Rescue – Operational
Response; you are first-in and shall determine the severity and extent of the confined
space rescue emergency. Should a confined space rescue exist, the officer shall do the
following except:
A) Assess Rescue versus Recovery mode, consideration for obvious death
B) Gather information from on-site personnel such as entry permits, MSDS, and
Lockout/Tag out locations
C) Place ground pads around the work area
D) Attempt communication with victim(s)

Answer 181

C) Place ground pads around the work area

Question 182

According to Operational Policy 903.00 - Smoke Alarm Enforcement Policy (SAEP); a
follow up on SANN’s issued will be conducted as soon as practical after____ hrs. have
expired since its issuance by Operations.
A) 36
B) 24
C) 48
D) 72
Answer: B, 4.0

Answer 182

B) 24